The Victorian Government’s strategy to encourage more women and girls to pursue a career in manufacturing, while supporting the industry to create inclusive and accessible workplaces for everyone.

Victoria’s manufacturing industry has historically been male dominated. However, today we have the opportunity to provide a diverse range of roles and opportunities for people of all genders and identities.

Making it equal highlights key ways for industry to increase women’s participation and equity in the sector, along with practical tools and resources for manufacturers of all sizes.

This strategy is the Victorian Government’s action plan to encourage more women and girls to pursue a career in manufacturing, while supporting employers, unions and peak bodies to create a fair and accessible working environment for everyone.

It was developed in response to the Victorian Government’s Inquiry into economic equity for Victorian women released in 2022, which highlighted the importance of women’s participation and equity in male-dominated sectors.

The strategy outlines:

• what gender equity looks like in practice
• how to address barriers that prevent women working in manufacturing
• how to attract, recruit, retain and support women to thrive in Victoria’s manufacturing workforce.